When I wake, I wanna be a child Ache about the small things and break down for awhile Walk beside my mother and watch my father smile Argue with the other kids and make my girlfriend cry Joy and happiness Joy and innocence in never knowing what exists Beyond our own backyard When I wake, I wanna be a man Hair upon my face and a hammer in my hand Raise a couple kids and live off of the land Have a woman in my bed who knows I'm doing the best I can Joy and happiness Joy and loving kindness Joy in the peace of mind when I lay my head to rest We're drifting, driving our cars over the bridge We're sifting through all the remains We're drifting, driving our cars over the bridge We're lifting the weight off our shoulders Slow down, take another line These things don't come so easy, it takes a little time Satisfy your body and ignore your mind Satisfy your body and you just might find Joy and happiness Joy and loving kindness Joy in the innocence Joy and happiness